Les Misérables
1958, French. Directed by Jean-Paul Le Chanois.
In 19th century France, Jean Valjean, a man imprisoned for stealing bread, must flee a relentless policeman named Javert. The pursuit consumes both men's lives, and soon Valjean finds himself in the midst of the student revolutions in France.
- Runtime
- 3h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Jean-Paul Le ChanoisDirector
- Jean GabinJean Valjean / Champmathieu
- Bernard BlierJavert father / Javert son
- Béatrice AltaribaCosette
- Giani EspositoMarius de Pontmercy
- BourvilThénardier
- Silvia MonfortÉponine Thénardier
- Danièle DelormeFantine
- Elfriede FlorinLa Thénardier
- Serge ReggianiEnjolras
- Fernand LedouxMonsignor Bienvenu Myriel
- Madeleine BarbuléeSister Simplice
- Martine HavetCosette at 8 years old
Details
- Released
- 12 March 1958
- Country
- East Germany, France, Italy
- Written by
- Jean-Paul Le Chanois, René Barjavel, Michel Audiard
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Les Misérables: quick answers
Is Les Misérables worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 129 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Les Misérables?
Les Misérables runs 210 minutes (3h 30m).
Does Les Misérables have a post-credits scene?
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Is Les Misérables suitable for kids?
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What movies are like Les Misérables?
If you liked Les Misérables, try Les Misérables, An Officer and a Spy, The Count of Monte Cristo.
Who directed Les Misérables?
Les Misérables (1958) was directed by Jean-Paul Le Chanois and stars Jean Gabin, Bernard Blier, Béatrice Altariba.